Food and Beverage Assistant

Darwin Escapes; Axminster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Food and Beverage Assistant at a stunning resort in Axminster. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to work in a vibrant environment where you can showcase your customer service skills. You'll be responsible for serving food and drinks, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, and ensuring a memorable experience for guests. With flexible hours and a supportive company culture, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in the hospitality industry. Enjoy perks like discounted stays at luxurious resorts and access to various facilities. Start your journey in a rewarding career today!

Benefits

Competitive rate of pay

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Discounted staff breaks

Free use of resort facilities

Food discount

Free round of Golf

Discounts on spa treatments

Recruitment bonus

Employee sick pay

Access to training programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food and beverage service is preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Take food and drink orders and serve promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of bar and restaurant areas.
• Handle cash accurately using the EPOS system.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Cash Handling

Food and Beverage Service

Stock Rotation

Education

Experience in Food and Beverage

Tools

EPOS System

Job description

Job Description

Location: Hawkchurch

We are looking for a Food and Beverage Assistant to join our team at Hawkchurch Resort & Spa in Axminster, Devon. Hourly rate of £12.21.

This is a permanent position to work variable hours. This will be 25-35 hours across variable days which will include weekends and bank holidays. Flexibility is essential to suit the needs of the business.

Company Overview

Darwin Escapes has 26 amazing destinations across the United Kingdom, each of which has its own unique offering. Whether you are looking for a role in food and beverage, grounds, maintenance, housekeeping, entertainment or at a management level then the Darwin family will have the career waiting for you!

About The Role

Main responsibilities:

• Become a part of our Front of House team.
• Take food and drink orders.
• Assist with clearing and resetting tables within the restaurant.
• Serve food and beverages promptly and efficiently.
• Be responsible for accurate and efficient stock rotation.
• Be responsible for accurate cash handling, using EPOS system.
• Ensure the cleanliness and presentation of the bar and restaurant areas is always maintained to a five star standard.
• Assist with the swift collection of glasses and tableware.

Requirements

Similar previous experience is preferred. Positive work ethic with a willingness to learn new skills. A driving licence and the ability to drive is an advantage to enable easy travel to and from the resort.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive rate of pay.
• Enhanced holiday entitlement (*with the option to cash in a number of holidays per year).
• Discounted staff breaks at our luxurious holiday resorts across the UK.
• Free use of all Darwin Escapes resort facilities including many of our free gyms and swimming pools.
• Food discount across all resorts.
• *Free complimentary round of Golf.
• Discounts on spa treatments.
• *Discount on website ticket prices for Chester Zoo, the UK’s largest charity zoo.
• *'Introduce a friend' recruitment bonus.
• *Company employee sick pay.
• Compassionate leave pay.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free access to the Darwin Academy training programme to help further your career and skill levels.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• MediCash cash plan.
• Subject to terms and conditions.

Skills Needed

About The Company

A Darwin Escape will always be the perfect destination. A chance to unwind, power down or charge up! You’ll be all set to explore, seize adventure, dream bigger and let go of it all.

Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat in a picturesque rural setting, or a fun-packed family break in the heart of the action, we’ve got the perfect escape waiting for you.

Each of our locations are unique – no two are the same. We have lots of different accommodation, from luxury lodges complete with their own private hot tub, through to family-sized caravans and even treehouses. We want you to love your escape, so we are always striving for excellence.

All of our resorts are beautifully-maintained, with our award-winning facilities and stunning accommodation. Where you can relax and unwind or have an adventure filled holiday break away – make it your holiday, your way.

Company Culture

Start your career with one of the fastest growing companies in the UK holiday industry.

Darwin Escapes has 26 locations across the country, each with its own unique personality and offering, including luxurious lodge retreats, more family focused destinations and countryside tranquil locations. We offer something for everyone, from our holidays guests, holiday home owners to our valued staff.

No matter where you are in the country we are sure to have a resort near you. Whether you're down at the southern-most point of Cornwall or all the way up to Ayrshire in Scotland, and everywhere in between, we have the career for you!

If you're looking for a role in entertainment, food and beverage or at a management level the Darwin family will have the career waiting for you.

With a friendly and encouraging environment you can start your career at Darwin Escapes with lots of opportunities for progression or movement amongst locations.

Desired Criteria

• A driving licence and the ability to drive is an advantage to enable easy travel to and from the resort.
• Similar previous experience is preferred.

Required Criteria

• Right to Live and work in the UK.
• Excellent customer service and strong communication skills.
• Positive work ethic with a willingness to learn new skills.

Closing Date Thursday 17th July, 2025

Contract Type fulltime

Salary £12.21 Hourly